From classic red to trendy rainbow and aura nails, there are endless possibilities for romantic nail art this Valentine's Day. Get inspired by these 45 designs, perfect for both solo celebrations and Galentine's Day with your besties.
Valentine’s Day nail art ideas have evolved past picking out a classic red. Think beyond baby pink and magenta and consider incorporating colours like black, silver, gold or green into your V-Day manicure. Trendy nail ideas leftover after Christmas (think bows, shimmer and jewels), can also make for a romantic nail look. Just like with a new relationship, the possibilities are endless. And if you’re single, match Galentine’s Day manis with your friends ahead of a girls’ night out.
Below, 45 of the best Valentine’s Day nail art designs to save for your February salon appointment. Berry jelly nails Go all out with a romantic set of 3D nails: nail artist Mei Kawajiri styled hers with elongated baby-pink French tips and a rounded coffin shape. Hot air balloon hearts Be blown away this Valentine’s day with sweet hot air balloon art – the perfect addition to a day with your girlfriends or a fun date night. Sweetheart mani Candy inspired nails have already begun to take centre stage in 2025. Let your mani do all the talking with squashies inspired swirls and loveheart 3D art. Gold leaf nails Chic and simple might be your vibe for V day. In that case, try a delicate gold leaf manicure on top of a classic nude base. Patchwork pattern nails Why not inject a little fun into your next set? Uniform nails are no longer necessary: opt for a cocktail of patterns, gemstones, hearts and stars instead. Black sparkles Go against the grain and opt for little black hearts instead of your classic pink or red. A great way way to elevate this nail art is with a little shimmer – top with a thin layer of glittery polish, or adorn with gemstones. Glittery kiss nails Kiss your January manicure goodbye and switch it up with this sweet yet subtle nail design. Ask your nail tech for a classic ombré French tip manicure and ask for kisses to be hand-painted on and topped with glitter. A cheat to recreate the look at home? Add nail stickers on top of the French mani and then top with a clear coat of gel polish. Rainbow hearts Why settle for one shade when you can have them all? Here, nail artist Hang Nguyen takes inspiration from the rainbow and paints multicoloured heart outlines on bare nails. Half-hearted As the saying (or the viral TikTok of the moment) goes: if the colour isn’t interesting, then the shape and texture should be. Mix different finishes and shades – as with these half glossy, half metallic pink and green hearts – for a dynamic nail look. Mini hearts If you’re a fan of all things mini or minimal, these adorable tiny heart designs should be right up your alley. Mini hearts of gold For subtle sparkle, we also love this mini gold heart with a shimmer finish. Small but impactful on a bare nail. V-day rainbow Simple and fun, the easiest way to achieve a chic Valentine’s Day mani is to paint each fingernail a different shade of pink or red. 3D art Celebrity nail artist Brittney Boyce gave Megan Fox’s bare nails the most simple upgrade by placing these rounded 3D hearts at the centre. The translucent finish gives the decals a gem-like quality that’s just stunning. White flames Love can light a fire in your heart… and on your nails. This intricate flame design morphs into a heart shape at the ends for a unique spin on the French mani. Charmed life Who doesn’t love nail charms? Up your Valentine’s Day nail game with something as unique as these semi-sheer droplets. Queen of hearts Celebrity nail artist Kim Truong created this upside-down heart for a unique spin on the classic V-Day symbol, using the tips of Kourtney Kardashian’s almond nails for the ends of the heart design. Set yours against a bare background for it to really stand out. Minimal geometric shapes Chic yet minimal, a simple geometric design in Valentine’s Day red is all you need. Celebrity nail artist Zola Ganzorigt, who counts Hailey Bieber and Kendall Jenner as clients, adds a red rectangle to the corner to dress up a bare nail. The gold stud placed in the centre is a nice touch. Dark romance A rose design by any other name would be just as sweet, but this intricate nail art by Kim Truong has won our hearts. The deep red with black outlines creates a moody, romantic tone we can’t stop obsessing over. Minimal floral These simple and elegant nails belong to model Miranda Kerr. She opted for a bare glossy nail with an intricate floral design on a single finger, and the result looks just ideal for a romantic date. Pink pearl chrome This semi-sheer pink chrome shade on short nails is minimal, yet just as stunning as the bolder Valentine’s Day nail inspiration on this list. A favourite for this holiday and beyond. Aura nails Call in the good vibes, love and positive energy this Valentine’s Day with aura nails. Zola Ganzorigt uses a mixture of magenta and pale pink on Madelaine Petsch’s almond nails here, for a really pretty look. Heart cut-out Wearing your heart on your nails has never been easier. Dress up a red nail with a heart-shaped cut-out right in the middle
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